13 September 2013

Ekaterina Kukhareva SS14

The newest collection by knitwear designer Ekaterina Kukhareva is seemingly inspired by the oriental. The pastel garments hold resemblance to those worn by Japanese geisha girls, including a contemporary twist on the traditional kimono. Each look was completed with a beautiful Lara Jensen headpiece, dashed with spring blossom.

The presentation space had been stylised as a Zen garden to reflect Ekaterina's Japanese influences. In contrast to the hectic lifestyle of London Fashion Week, the overall mood of the spring/summer showcase was calm and serene. It was a comfort to be able to slow down and appreciate the details of the collection, rather than to see only a short glimpse of patterned fabric on a runway.